Locatelli Autoservices

What Locatelli Autoservices does

Locatelli Autoservices (legal entity Autoservizi Locatelli S.r.l.) is a privately held, family-owned regional public transport operator headquartered in Bergamo, Italy, founded by Pietro Locatelli in 1928. The company operates four scheduled local public transport (TPL) lines — Line A (Bergamo–Sotto il Monte–Brivio), Line Z (Bergamo–Ponte San Pietro–Trezzo), Line V (Bergamo–Dalmine–Trezzo, operated through subsidiary TBSO), and Line V10 (Verdellino–Osio Sotto–Dalmine) — connecting Bergamo with more than 30 municipalities in Lombardy. Across the broader Locatelli Group (Autoservizi Locatelli plus majority-owned TBSO acquired in 2022), operations span 120+ buses, 150+ total vehicles, 5+ million kilometers traveled annually, and approximately 160 employees.

The company's commercial offerings extend beyond scheduled public transport to include Orioshuttle (an airport shuttle joint venture with Air Pullman, active since 2005, connecting Orio al Serio Airport with Milan Centrale, Monza, and Malpensa 24/7), chauffeured bus rental (NCC) with Mercedes-Benz Tourismo and Setra coaches, the Zero35viaggi travel agency affiliated with Gattinoni Mondo di Vacanze, customized corporate mobility services, full and partial bus wrap advertising, and an authorized OMNIplus service workshop for Daimler Buses vehicles. Technology underpins operations through AVM real-time vehicle tracking, the BELL electronic ticketing system, passenger counting and onboard information systems, QR-code payment at stops, the Praticko online subscription platform, and low-emission vehicle motorizations including mild-hybrid and full-electric options.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid mix of recurring and transactional streams: subscription-based local public transport ticketing (single journeys, weekly, monthly, and annual passes, with family and student discounts), transaction-based Orioshuttle fares, corporate shuttle and charter contracts, travel agency commissions, OMNIplus workshop professional services fees, and bus advertising. Distribution combines direct sales at own offices and authorized retailers, self-serve digital channels, onboard purchases, and channel partnerships including the ATB fare integration on the Ponte San Pietro section and the Air Pullman co-operation. The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and UNI/PdR 125:2022 gender equality certifications.

Name

Locatelli Autoservices

Legal name

Autoservizi Locatelli S.r.l.

Website

https://autoservizilocatelli.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Locatelli Autoservices is a family-owned regional public transport operator in Bergamo, Italy (founded 1928) running four scheduled bus lines serving 30+ municipalities, plus Orioshuttle airport shuttles, bus rental, a Daimler Buses OMNIplus workshop, and an affiliated travel agency.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Local Public Bus Transportation

NAICS

Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation (48521), Charter Bus Industry (485510), Charter Bus Industry (48551)

SIC

Local & Suburban Transit & Interurban Hwy Passenger Trans (4100), Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLAFAGAC

Suburban/Regional Commuter Bus Operators

Transportation & Logistics/Passenger Transportation (Air, Rail, Bus, Taxi/Rideshare)/Public Transit Bus Operators (Municipal/Regional)

SECONDARYTHADAJAL

Commercial Vehicle Rental with Driver (Crew/Delivery)

Travel & Hospitality/Car Rental & Mobility Services/Commercial Vehicle & Truck / Van Rentals

SECONDARYTLAFAGAF

Park-and-Ride / Express Commuter Bus Operators

Transportation & Logistics/Passenger Transportation (Air, Rail, Bus, Taxi/Rideshare)/Public Transit Bus Operators (Municipal/Regional)

Keywords

• Public bus transport
• Bus rental services
• Airport shuttle service
• Corporate mobility services
• Bus maintenance workshop

Headquarters

HQ city

Bergamo

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Public Transport Services: Local public transport (TPL) services operating four main lines (A, Z, V, V10) connecting Bergamo with over 30 municipalities. Revenue from ticket sales, subscriptions (weekly, monthly, annual passes), and public transport contracts with regional authorities.
2. Bus Rental with Driver (NCC): Charter bus services for groups, schools, businesses, and travel agencies. Vehicles include Mercedes-Benz Tourismo, Setra coaches, minibuses, and vans. Operates across Lombardy, Italy, and internationally.
3. Orioshuttle Airport Services: Fast airport shuttle connecting Orio al Serio Airport (BGY) with Milan Central Station, Monza, and Malpensa Airport. Joint venture with Air Pullman. Operates 24/7 with high frequency.
4. OMNIplus Authorized Workshop: Authorized Daimler Buses service center (Mercedes-Benz and Setra vehicles) providing maintenance, repairs, retrofit services, spare parts, and emergency assistance.
5. Zero35viaggi Travel Agency: Full-service travel agency affiliated with Gattinoni Mondo di Vacanze. Sells tickets, air bookings, organizes group travel,honeymoon trips, tour packages, car/coach rentals, travel insurance.
6. Bus Advertising: Full or partial bus wrap advertising services for businesses wanting to promote on company vehicles.
7. Corporate Mobility Services: Customized transport solutions for businesses including shuttle services for home-work routes, corporate event transport, and inter-office transfers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Locatelli Autoservices operates scheduled local public bus transport across Bergamo province via four main lines (Line A, Line Z, Line V, Line V10), connecting Bergamo with over 30 municipalities. Beyond scheduled service, it sells chauffeured bus rental (NCC) for groups, schools, businesses and events; operates the Orioshuttle airport shuttle joint venture with Air Pullman between Orio al Serio (BGY), Milan Central, Monza and Malpensa; runs the Zero35viaggi travel agency; provides corporate mobility solutions; and operates an authorized OMNIplus Daimler Buses service center for maintenance and repair.

Product overview

Locatelli Autoservices operates a multi-service public and commercial transport platform centered around four main public transport lines (A, Z, V, V10) serving Bergamo province. The core offering is local public transport connecting Bergamo with over 30 municipalities. Commercial services include chauffeured bus rental (NCC), the Orioshuttle airport connection brand, Zero35viaggi travel agency, and OMNIplus authorized Daimler Buses workshop. Additional services include corporate mobility solutions, bus advertising, and digital subscription management via Praticko. TBSO (Trasporti Bergamo Sud Ovest) operates as a subsidiary providing additional line services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Orioshuttle: Airport shuttle service connecting Orio al Serio Airport (BGY) with Milan Central Station, Monza, and Malpensa Airport (MXP). Operated 24/7 with high-frequency departures.
• Zero35Viaggi
• TBSO (Trasporti Bergamo Sud Ovest)

Products and services

• Public Bus Lines (Lines A, Z, V, V10)
• Bus Rental with Driver (NCC)
• Orioshuttle Airport Shuttle
• Zero35viaggi Travel Agency
• OMNIplus Authorized Workshop
• Corporate Mobility Services
• Bus Advertising
• Travel Documents (Tickets and Passes)
• Praticko Subscription Platform

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Air PullmancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005Joint venture partner for Orioshuttle airport shuttle service connecting Orio al Serio Airport (BGY) with Milan Central Station, Monza, and Malpensa Airport. Active since 2005, operating 24/7 with high-frequency departures.
• OMNIplus (Daimler Buses)coreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized OMNIplus workshop providing continuous assistance for Daimler Buses vehicles (Mercedes-Benz and Setra). Offers qualified technicians, spare parts warehouse, state-of-the-art equipment, and emergency service with equipped van.
• Gattinoni Mondo di VacanzecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliation for Zero35viaggi travel agency providing comprehensive travel services including ticket sales, tour packages, group travel organization, and travel insurance.
• Azienda Trasporto Pubblico Locale Bergamo (TPLBG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional public transport agency coordinating local transport services in Bergamo province. Company participates in 'Carta della Mobilità delle Donne' campaign promoted by the agency.
• Autolinee ASFminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCross-service coordination for line C146 Como-Merate-Bergamo during bridge closures. Passengers can use ASF tickets for travel on Autoservizi Locatelli routes.
• ATB (Azienda Trasporti Bergamo)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFare integration agreement allowing passengers to use same ticket on ATB vehicles for travel between Ponte San Pietro Policlinico and Ponte San Pietro Centro. Cross-acceptance of season passes during off-peak hours.
• Trasporti Bergamo Sud Ovest SpA (TBSO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajority-owned subsidiary (acquired 2022) operating public transport in the South-West basin of Bergamo. Together with Autoservizi Locatelli, forms the Locatelli Group with combined fleet of 120+ buses and 160 employees.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Itabus: Newer Italian long-distance bus operator; partially overlaps with charter and group-travel demand served by Locatelli's rental-with-driver segment, particularly for tourism and corporate events.
• FlixBus Italy: Long-distance intercity coach network active in Italy; competes with Locatelli's NCC charter/coach business and could capture tourist and student travel between Bergamo and other Lombardy destinations.

Others

• Trenord: Lombardy regional rail operator that integrates with Locatelli's services through CartaPlus Lombardia fare agreements; an adjacent mobility partner and potential substitute mode on parallel corridors.

Broad incumbents

• Arriva Italia: Large multi-region Italian bus operator owned by Irizar/Moova; broader portfolio across Lombardy and other regions, competing for larger TPL tenders and offering a direct threat on rebids.
• Busitalia (FS Group): Bus subsidiary of Italy's state railway group (Ferrovie dello Stato); operates scheduled regional bus services nationwide and frequently competes in public TPL tenders alongside smaller regional players like Locatelli.
• ATM Milano: Milan metropolitan transit operator (bus, tram, metro); serves the destination end of Locatelli's commuter and Orioshuttle routes and represents a larger incumbent in the broader Lombardy mobility ecosystem.

Direct peers

• SAB Autoservizi: Bergamo province regional bus operator with overlapping suburban and interurban routes; similar fleet size and customer base, competing for the same TPL contracts and corporate charter work.
• Autolinee ASF: Lombardy regional bus operator running Como-Lecco-Bergamo routes; explicitly named as a cross-service coordination partner for Line C146 during the Brivio Bridge closure, making it a directly comparable operator.
• Air Pullman: Lombardy-based bus and coach operator; direct peer and joint-venture partner in the Orioshuttle airport shuttle connecting BGY to Milan/Malpensa, sharing comparable fleet and route economics.
• ATB Azienda Trasporti Bergamo: Municipal public transport operator for the city of Bergamo; directly comparable as an urban/suburban bus operator in the same catchment, with an active fare-integration agreement with Locatelli on the Ponte San Pietro corridor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/gruppo.locatelli
• Instagraminstagram.com/gruppo_locatelli
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/autoservizi-locatelli-s.r.l.

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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